Aluminum alloys 1XXX thru 8XXX

SYNONYMS: All aluminum alloys 1XXX – 8XXX including, aluminum alloys containing lead (2011 & 6262

APPEARANCE AND ODOR: Grey to silver solid, odorless

USES: Primary metal

COMPOSITION / INFORMATION ON INGREDIENTS  

HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION

Dust from grinding welding cutting etc. may present a lead contamination and an explosion hazard

FIRST AID MEASURES

In case of dust exposure:

• Inhalation: In case of discomfort, remove to a ventilated area. Consult a physician
• Skin Contact: Wash skin thoroughly with soap and water
• Eye Contact: Flush thoroughly with water; if stinging persists, see a physician immediately.

FIRE FIGHTING MEASURERS

Extinguishing Media: Not a fire hazard unless in particle form. Suspensions of aluminum dust may pose a severe explosion hazard. A potential for explosion exists for a mixture of fine and course particles if at least 15% to 20% of the material is finer than 44 microns (325 mesh). In case of aluminum fires use a “Class D” dry powder fire extinguisher. DO NOT use water or halogenated extinguishing media

Hazardous Combustion Products: Not applicable

ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES

Recycle: Aluminum in the form of particles may be reactive and its hazardous characteristics should be determined prior to disposal

HANDLING AND STORAGE

Handling Precautions: Because of the risk of explosion, aluminum ingots and scrap metal should be thoroughly dried prior to re-melting. Use standard methods to check metal temperatures before handling

Storage Conditions: Not applicable

EXPOSURE CONTROLS

PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES

Ph: N/A                                                                    Flashpoint: N/A

Boiling point: N/A                                                  Auto ignition temp: N/A

Melting Point: >1200C                                           Lower Flammable limit: N/A

Vapor Pressure: N/A                                              Higher flammable limit: N/A

Evaporation rate: N/A                                            Explosive properties: N/A

Relative density (water=1); App. 2                        NFPA Fire Code:  0

Water Solubility: N/A                                             Oxidizing properties: N/A

Partition coefficient (n-octanol/water): N/A           Odor threshold:  N/A

STABILITY AND REACTIVITY

Stable (yes / no):  Yes

Conditions and Materials to Avoid: Molten aluminum may explode on contact with water, may also explode when in contact with halogenated acids, halogenated solvents, bromates, iodates or ammonium nitrate. Aluminum particles on contact with copper, lead, or iron oxides can react vigorously with the release of heat if there is a source of ignition or intense heat.

Hazardous Decomposition Products: In the form of particles, aluminum reacts with halogenated acids, water and sodium hydroxide, producing a flammable gas

TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION

Routes of Exposure:     Inhalation:  Yes           Ingestion:  No

                                Eye contact:  No         Skin contact:  No      Skin Absorption:  No

Acute Effects:

In case of dust exposure;

Inhalation: Solid aluminum does not present an inhalation hazard. Aluminum and silicon dusts generated during use are considered nuisance particles. High concentrations of freshly formed fumes of copper, magnesium, manganese, or zinc oxides can produce symptoms of metal fume fever. High concentrations of copper dusts can also cause irritation of the upper respiratory tract.

Skin Contact: Skin contact with hot metal may cause burns

Eye Contact: Aluminum dust may cause eye irritation

Ingestion: N/A

Chronic Effects;

This product may contain lead. The following effects may occur;

Lead compounds bioaccumulate. The most frequent chronic effects are anemia, kidney and central nervous damages. Medical surveillance should be undertaken to prevent high blood lead levels. Inhalation of lead oxide fumes can cause abdominal pains, constipation, headaches, weakness, muscle pains, loss of appetite, nausea and vomiting. Nickel fumes cause severe pneumonitis and/or sensitization. Aluminum fumes generated during welding or melting present low health risk. High concentrations of manganese dust can affect the central nervous system

Medical conditions aggravated by exposure to product: Not determined

ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION

No information available

DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONS

Recycle if possible. Dispose of waste in accordance with Federal, State or local regulations

TRANSPORTATION INFORMATION

 This product is not classified as dangerous under Transportation Regulations, for all road, rail, sea, or air transport (no UN number)

REGULATORY INFORMATION

WHMIS CLASSIFICATION (Canada): D2 Material causing other toxic effects

EEC CLASSIFICATION (Europe): Not classified

Warning symbol:	None
Warning word:	None
Risk phrases:	None
Safety phrases:	None

USA REGULATIONS

This product contains lead. Any process resulting exposure to more than 0.5 ug/ of metal dust

may result in a daily dose of lead of over 0.5 ug/ day, the dose above which the “California Safe Drinking Water and Toxic Enforcement Act” of 1986 requires notification. Refer to the appropriate regulation notification wording guidelines.

Section 313 Supplier Notification

This product may contain the following toxic chemical (s) subject to the reporting requirements of section 313 of the emergency Planning and community Right to know Act of 1986 (Title III of SARA) and of 40 CFR 372

Chemical Name	CAS #
Manganese	7439-96-5
Chromium	7440-47-3
Nickel	7440-02-0
Copper	7440-50-8
Cobalt	7440-48-4
Lead	7439-92-1

OTHER INFORMATION

Abbreviations:

CAS # = Chemical Abstract Service Registry Number;  EC = European Community;

LD 50 = Lethal Dose 50%;   LC 50 = Lethal Concentrations; LCLo = Lowest published lethal concentration

OSHA = Occupational Health and Safety Act

PEL = Permissible exposure limit 

Reason for modification:  Standardization according to ISO specifications               

DISCLAIMER

NOTE *The information contained in this MSDS is believed to be correct as obtained from sources we believe to be reliable. However, no representations, guarantees or warranties of any kind have been made as to its    accuracy, suitability for particular applications, hazards connected with the use of the material or the results to be obtained from the use thereof. The user assumes all risks and liability resulting from any use, processing or handling of any material. Variations in methods, conditions and equipment used to store, handle or process the material and hazards connected with the use of the material are solely the responsibility of the use and remain at its sole discretion. This product may be coated with an oil-based product or some other such type of substance, or rust preventive before shipping and the MSDS sheet is not included with this MSDS sheet.

No chemical analysis has been performed by or for our company with respect to the items listed in this MSDS. Our various suppliers have furnished the data supplied. Compliance with all applicable federal, state and local laws and regulations remains with the responsibility of the user, and the user has the responsibility to provide a safe work place to examine all aspects of its operation and to determine if or where precautions, in addition to those described herein are required. Db